Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

The concept looks similar to that of the various "streaks" apps. The idea of these apps is, that you create a repeating task and check it off regularly. If you do, you keep your streak, if you fail, you lose it and have to start again.

The idea of just repeating tasks - minus streaks - is something I see for the first time here. I personally find the motivation to extend a streak very useful, but maybe the positive reward from ticking off a task is enough. Maybe streaks are too heavyweight, and a more minimalist approach also meets the purpose? I think I might give Spencer's app a try.



The thing I hate about emphasizing streaks is that once you've broken one, it's easier to ignore the thing entirely than starting again.


That much is true, and I find they can build up a lot of psychological pressure if you take them seriously. They are certainly not suitable for everyone and in every situation.


For me the reward of not having to drive 20 minutes home for things I've forgotten is enough ;)




Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: